Embark on a Comprehensive Star Trek Viewing Journey: Chronological and Release Order Guides

Since its debut in 1966, Star Trek has captivated audiences worldwide, expanding into a vast universe encompassing numerous series, films, comics, and merchandise. Navigating this extensive franchise can be challenging, so we've crafted this guide to help you explore Star Trek in both chronological and release order. Paramount+ now offers convenient access to most Star Trek content, past, present, and future.

Prepare for warp speed as we explore the adventures of Kirk, Picard, Janeway, Sisko, Spock, and many more iconic characters! Rest assured, the chronological timeline below is largely spoiler-free, ensuring your journey remains a thrilling surprise. A release order list is also provided for those who prefer to experience Star Trek as it originally unfolded.

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How to Watch Star Trek in Chronological Order

1. Star Trek: Enterprise (2151-2155)

   Set a century before the Original Series, Enterprise follows Captain Jonathan Archer (Scott Bakula) aboard Earth's first warp 5 capable starship. Experience the early days of Starfleet and first contact with familiar alien species.

   Star Trek: Enterprise - UPN - Sep 26, 2001

   Where to Watch: [Streaming/Purchase Options]

2. Star Trek: Discovery: Seasons 1 and 2 (2256-2258)

   The first two seasons of Discovery precede the Original Series. Note: Seasons 3-5 jump significantly forward in time. Follow Commander Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) as she navigates a Klingon war and her reassignment to the U.S.S. Discovery.

   Star Trek: Discovery - Paramount+ - Jan 7, 2018

   Where to Watch: [Streaming/Purchase Options]

3. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2259-TBD)

   Set before the Original Series, Strange New Worlds expands on the story of Captain Christopher Pike (Anson Mount), introduced in Discovery. Experience the adventures of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701, the ship Kirk would later command, alongside familiar and new characters.

   Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - Paramount+ - May 5, 2022

   Where to Watch: [Streaming/Purchase Options]

4. Star Trek: The Original Series (2265-2269)

   The iconic series that started it all, featuring Captain Kirk (William Shatner) and Spock (Leonard Nimoy). Experience the five-year mission to explore the galaxy.

   Star Trek: The Original Series - NBC - Sep 8, 1966

   Where to Watch: [Streaming/Purchase Options]

Bonus: The Kelvin Timeline (2009's Star Trek, Star Trek Into Darkness, Star Trek Beyond)

This alternate timeline, beginning with J.J. Abrams' reboot, can be viewed at any point in your journey.

Where to Watch: [Streaming/Purchase Options for each film]

5. Star Trek: The Animated Series (2269-2270)

   Continuing the adventures of the original Enterprise crew in animated form.

   Star Trek: The Animated Series - NBC - Sep 8, 1973

   Where to Watch: [Streaming/Purchase Options]

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How to Watch Star Trek by Order of Release

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Upcoming Star Trek Projects

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